Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) was created by Dr. Marsha Linehan from the University of Washington. DBT borrows concepts from both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Buddhism. DBT has been shown to be effective among individuals suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) which can be characterized by self injurious behavior, suicidal ideations/attempts, depression etc. but has recently gained support for use with other populations (i.e.- among substance abusers).